Municipal Water Piping Systems:An Engineer’s Guide to Material Selection Municipal water piping systems are the backbone of our urban infrastructure, ensuring that potable water is delivered efficiently to Australian households and businesses. For civil engineers and project managers, selecting the right piping material is no longer just about pressure ratings; it’s about Total Cost of …
In 2025, while the world obsesses over AI and electric cars, a quiet revolution happens underground. HDPE pipes, those black, flexible tubes you might have seen at construction sites, are changing how we build cities. Let’s talk numbers: The global HDPE pipes market was valued at USD 21.82 billion in 2024 and is projected to …
One of the most common challenges in the field is ensuring successful joints in HDPE fittings and pipe systems. Problems often arise when proper steps or tools are overlooked during the installation process. Using the correct tools is essential to achieving a reliable and durable joint. The importance of proper clamping in electrofusion welding Proper …
In 2022, Advanced Piping Systems supplied HDPE spooling and pipe for an A$100 million water management upgrade project. The project was at an iron ore mine in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The project aimed to increase the mine’s reverse osmosis (RO) plant capacity from 10 to 40 mega litres. This was achieved in …
The challenge One of the most common challenges we see in the field is ensuring successful electrofusion jointing of PE systems. Installations can be challenging, sometimes due to working in confined spaces, varying weather conditions, and busy sites. But… they don’t have to be. Maintaining a methodical approach to preparing and installing electrofusion systems will …
High-density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes – also known as poly pipes or PE pipes – are quickly becoming known as the most environmentally friendly pipes on the market. They’re an excellent alternative to polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes. What is PE pipe? HDPE pipe manufacturing began in Australia in the 1950s, but developers didn’t initially create it …
Product Spotlight 🔦 90 Degree Elbow in Long Spigot Fittings When it comes to optimising your piping system, the 90-degree elbow in long Spigot Fittings is a standout choice. These fittings offer the tightest, sharpest PE100 bends available, making them a popular option for various applications. Let’s explore what makes these fittings exceptional and why …
Customised HDPE solutions For more challenging and unique situations, Advanced Piping Systems has the expertise to offer customised HDPE solutions for your specific needs. This was the ideal solution for a recent customer with four pipes in one location. The customer was worried that a steel option wouldn’t offer the necessary long-term durability. Our engineers …
The Crucial Role of Inside Diameter (Episode 2) Debottlenecking Episode 2 is now available! When making a pipe or fitting selection with performance in mind, deciding on the role of Inside Diameter (ID) in piping systems is a crucial part of the decision-making process. ID refers to the inner diameter of the pipe or fitting, …
Want to learn how to maximise efficiency in your next project? We’re excited to showcase the very first video of our Debottlenecking short video series. At Advanced Piping, we offer over 35 years of expertise in fittings-intensive plant-type pipework and HDPE. Maximising efficiency is the key to seamless operations when working in industrial fluid plants. …
This morning, we received an urgent call from a customer out on site who wanted to double-check the weld time for a 63mm electrofusion socket. He was surprised to learn that it only takes 65-70 seconds. It’s best to double-check, we say, so off we went to the warehouse to check an EF socket on …
Mining projects are inherently unique, each presenting a set of challenges and specifications that require customised solutions. However, it’s often surprising how many questions that arise are surprisingly common. From custom HDPE fabrication for pipes and fittings to quality assurance processes and stock availability. We’ve got the answers you need. We asked Ripley Craig from …